At first glance, the desert landscape of Southern Utah seems like a sweeping, sun-baked canvas — wide open and endless. But ...

The Cambrian-age Tonto Group is a set of rocks famous for holding clues to the burst of new life that reshaped Earth 500 ...

A new trails project breaking ground this month aims to connect two of the prettiest and most underappreciated lakes in Willamette National Forest.

Zion National Park, with its soaring sandstone cliffs and emerald pools, lies just 30 miles to the northwest. The psychedelic hoodoos of Bryce Canyon National Park are an hour’s drive away. The North ...

For those seeking pink-hued adventure, Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park offers a playground of constantly shifting sand mountains just outside town. These remarkable dunes get their distinctive color ...

Skip the massive crowds to explore this secluded and historic trail at the Grand Canyon. The views are simply spectacular!

Planning a road trip through Utah’s national parks sounds exciting until you sit down and realize how much ground there is to ...

"I kind of think that I did what anyone would do," Ashley Anderson said. "I don't feel like I did anything like more heroic or more incredible." ...

The 2.3-mile out-and-back hike is easy, but hikers will need to navigate a few stream crossings, which add to the adventure ...

North America's deepest gorge, Hells Canyon, which slithers along the border of Idaho and Oregon, is a surprisingly new ...

Most people never hear about this route. We took the only drivable path to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and stood alone on the banks of the Colorado River. It’s a journey few attempt—but it’s ...

This Utah locale is a must-visit to experience beautiful sights and exciting water activities -- and don't be fooled by its ...